1989 Honda Integra vs. 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett

To start off, 1989 Honda Integra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Integra (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 205 kg more than 1989 Honda Integra.

Because 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Integra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Integra.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Honda Integra 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett
Make Honda Volvo
Model Integra P 210 Duett
Year Released 1989 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1595 cc 1778 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 106 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 134 Nm 144 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 84.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77.4 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1010 kg 1215 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2610 mm


 

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